Thursday, July 11, 2013

Nature's Ballerina

Nature's Ballerina 6 x 8 oil on panel
This wild plum tree reminds me of a ballerina in her beautiful tulle skirt making her debut on the Spring stage. There is a grace and beauty in these trees reminding us that Spring has arrived and showing off their blossoms against a few green buds just opening on the other trees.
This is an example of a "do-over". I had an unsuccessful painting, sanded it down and toned the old painting with the "soup" from the bottom of my paint thinner container, always a neutral grey, sometimes warmer, sometimes cooler. This tone was slightly warm. If you haven't tried doing this, it is a free tone from what you would wipeout and throw away.

About Me

I was born, raised and have lived most of my life in the Red River Valley of ND,MN. with a five year stay in AZ.I have painted since I was ten years old and have taught oil painting and pastel workshops for many years. I have 5 children and 4 stepchildren, all grown. I teach painting to anyone who wants to learn,We raise a very large garden and share produce with neighbors and foodshelves. I am an ambitious canner and preserver of many types. I cannot imagine my life without painting and sharing the gift with others.